VLKH Annual Report Platform

Vorarlberger Landeskrankenhäuser Digital Transformation
A comprehensive digital annual report platform for Austria’s Vorarlberger Landeskrankenhäuser, serving 537,900+ patient contacts annually across 5 hospital locations with 4,710+ employees.

The Challenge

The Vorarlberger Landeskrankenhäuser needed to transform their traditional printed annual report into a dynamic, engaging digital experience that would:

Business Challenges:

Present complex healthcare data (43,700 operations, 77,900 inpatient treatments, 2,800 births annually) in an accessible format
Showcase their “Arbeiten mit Herz” (Working with Heart) philosophy across 5 hospital locations
Provide stakeholder transparency for one of Austria’s largest healthcare networks
Create a platform for ongoing communication beyond the annual report cycle

Technical Challenges:

Handle large volumes of statistical data and interactive visualizations
Ensure fast loading times despite rich multimedia content (video statements, interactive maps)
Create a scalable CMS for multiple departments and locations
Implement robust SEO for healthcare-related content in German markets

The Solution

🏥 Digital Healthcare Storytelling Platform

Built a comprehensive WordPress solution that transforms dry statistics into compelling human stories:

Key Features Developed:

Interactive Statistics Dashboard: Real-time display of 537,900 patient contacts, 43,700 operations, and other key metrics
Leadership Statement System: Custom post types for executive interviews and department head statements
Location-Based Content: Dynamic content for 5 hospital locations (Feldkirch, Bregenz, Hohenems, Rankweil, Bludenz)
Employee Spotlight Platform: “Mein Job fürs Leben” (My Job for Life) recruitment integration
Department Management System: Custom taxonomy for 7 management areas including IT, Finance, and Quality Management